New Appointment to the Yukon Environmental and Socio-economic Assessment Board

Dr. Michael Walton (HBOR'83) has been appointed to the Yukon Environmental and Socio-Economic Assessment Board (YESAB) effective October 30, 2020.

YESAB is an independent arms-length body, responsible for the assessment responsibilities of the Yukon Environmental and Socio-economic Assessment Act (YESAA) legislation and regulations.  It's core purpose is to protect the environmental and social integrity of the Yukon, while fostering responsible development in the territory and respects the contributions of First Nations. 

Dr. Walton's diverse work background includes natural resources management, economic development, environmental conservation and Indigenous relations.  With over 35 years of experience addressing land use and conservation issues, Mike’s practical experiences on the front line as well as in senior management helped address complex social, economic and environmental issues. 

Mike has worked for the forest industry in Ontario and Alberta, as well as for the federal, provincial, municipal and First Nation governments in Ontario, B.C and Yukon, addressing development, conservation and Indigenous relations.  Mike also worked in the non-profit sector in Yukon and is presently an independent consultant based out of Whitehorse.  Mike serves as an Adjunct Professor with Lakehead University.